The G20 provides nations with an important opportunity to
collaborate and develop an economic framework that is representative of the
dynamic global economy evolving before us. In order to ensure future stability
and long-term continuity, world leaders are realizing that youth involvement in
these discussions is both invaluable and imperative.
World leaders understand that decisions made today will pave the
future environment in which young people will live and as a result, want to
ensure that we are fully immersed in those important discussions. As
demonstrated by youth participation in major summits like the G20, young people
all over the world must be cognizant of the vital role we play in the
development of sound social and economic policies.
As we progress towards the future, it is up to youth to spread the
vision of the G20 through active engagement with those around us in order to
effectively mobilize interest and commitment in ensuring world economic
sustainability and security.
Throughout my undergraduate studies, I had the incredible
opportunity to work in Hidalgo, Mexico with Bombardier Transportation – a
Canadian company that has capitalized on the dynamic and educated populace that
Mexico possesses. My experience was extraordinary as I witnessed the true
mutual benefit of economic collaboration in terms of local engagement, job
creation and employee education.
As Canadians, we feel incredibly fortunate to be attending such an
event in a country like Mexico. The economic and political synergies both our
nations possess are a testament to the success of increased collaboration and
dialogue happening at both the youth and leadership level. Exemplary evidence
is the past G20 in Toronto, where GlobalVision a national youth leadership
development organization hosted the G20 Youth Summit . Mexican and Canadian
youth leaders tackled various issues afflicting the Americas region and discussed
mutually beneficial solutions to those issues. Canada sees the Y20 as an
opportunity to further expand on those strategies and continue strengthening
relations between both countries.
On behalf of Global Vision’s Junior Team
Canada, I want to thank President Calderon for involving youth from the regions
of Mexico in these important discussions. Global Vision-“the Producer of Global
leaders since 1991” looks very much forward to deepening relations with Mexico
at the Y20 through the
establishment of personal ties and understanding between the future leaders.
